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Who was Simon Finch?

• A local judge who fought in the Civil War

• A farmer who made money from cotton

• A fur trader who settled in Maycomb

What is Atticus Finch’s profession, and how does it shape his children’s upbringing?

• He is a lawyer who teaches them fairness and empathy

• He is a businessman who believes in strict discipline

• He is a strict lawyer who never spends time with them

Why are the children so fascinated by Boo Radley?

• They want to make him their friend

• They believe he is dangerous and want to see him

• They are curious about the stories they hear

Why do Jem and Scout like Dill?

• He is funny and tells great stories

• He is very quiet and shy

• He is Scout’s cousin

Why is Scout disappointed on her first day of school?

• She is excited but doesn’t make any friends

• She gets punished for not bringing her school supplies

• She finds the lessons too easy and gets in trouble for knowing how to read

Who is Walter Cunningham, and why does he refuse to accept money from the teacher?

• A wealthy student who dislikes charity

• A poor but proud boy whose family never takes what they can’t repay

• A troublemaker who enjoys breaking the rules

What happens during lunch at the Finches’ house with Walter Cunningham?

• He pours syrup all over his food, and Scout rudely comments on it

• He refuses to eat because he dislikes the food

• He eats very politely, impressing Scout and Jem

What do we learn about the Ewell family?

• They are a respected family with strong discipline

• They are extremely poor and only attend school on the first day

• They are wealthy but choose to avoid school

What important life lesson does Atticus teach Scout when she wants to quit school?

• That education is unnecessary in the real world

• That she should try to understand people by stepping into their shoes

• That she must always obey teachers no matter what

What do people say about Boo Radley?

• He is a friendly man who loves talking to children

• He is a traveler who is never at home

• He is a monster who comes out at night